Technician

About the Role

The Technician reports to the Bulk Handling Maintenance Supervisor. This comes under the Rollingstock department and is part of the Asset Management Division that is responsible for ensuring all TasRail owned assets are fit for purpose. 

The role of the Technician is to undertake maintenance and repairs to all bulk handling facilities and equipment, provide leadership and technical support to the work group and assist in managing/supervising contractors. 

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities 

• Mentor Senior Maintainers,  Maintainers and Assistants as required;
• Prepare detailed Task Safety Analysis and assist with Risk Assessments as required;
• Assume a leadership role in effecting the prompt and efficient repair of bulk handling plant and equipment as required;
• Assume a leadership role in the co-ordination of out-of-hours repairs and inspections to all relevant plant and equipment;
• Provide technical support above trade level;
• Assist in the control of work within approved budgets;
• Provide accurate information to on-line computer systems;
• Ensure all appropriate policies detailed in the Safety Management Manual are implemented and followed;
• Responsible for identifying problems and/or improvements in all working activities;
• Be willing to undertake further training as required;
• Be prepared to provide on line, out-of-hours technical assistance as required;
• Assist in managing / supervising contractors; and
• Undertake preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance on plant and equipment

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Relevant Trade and post Trade qualification in a mechanical discipline OR Trade and post Trade qualification in an electrical discipline with current Tasmanian A Grade Electrical Licence;
• Genuine commitment to a Zero Harm safe working environment; 
• High standard of professional and ethical conduct; 
• High level communication and interpersonal skill;
• Ability to work to tight time schedules;
• Able to assume a lead role in the identification and control of risks/hazards in the workplace; and
• Able to induct and manage contractors in accordance with TasRail contractor management policies and procedures. 

Benefits we can offer you:

• We support the development and growth of our employee
• Discounted gym membership and private health insurance
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing Professional Development 
• Novated leasing available 

How To Apply:

To apply for this role, please submit your application via our advertisement on SEEK, providing:

• Resume
• Cover Letter, outlining your qualifications and interest in the role.

The Next Steps:

The successful candidate will be subject to:

• Panel Interview
• Category 1 Rail Medical 
• National Police Check
• Reference Checks

For more information about this role or to view the Position Description, please contact Tani Wolfe at **********@tasrail.com.au 

Applications close 11:59pm on Monday 11 March 2024.

 TasRail is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We encourage all interested applicants to apply however only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position.